My hubby and I were looking for a place with good drinks and decided to try this place. We parked…read moreand almost passed by the place because its like a small little bar with very little signage. It was before 6pm so we were able to find a seat. I think they have seats for only 25 people so prepare to stand when it gets busy. Our bartender was Edward and he was really nice. I ordered a Tiramisu Martini and then a Porn Star Martini. They were both good, but I preferred the Porn Star one. We also ordered a Smash Burger, which was actually from Holt's, connected to this bar. That burger was tasty - brioche bun & onions = yum. The chips it came with were crunchy. The Bacon popcorn was good but way too salty for me. Im glad we found this little bar and plan on coming back in the future.

We went out with Park Ridge friends last weekend and they took us to this charming bar. I read a…read morefew reviews that said that Pines Room has a small town vibe. I disagree--I am a Chicago boy and it has a big city hidden gem quality about it. In fact, they promote themselves as a speakeasy. Of course you can get any cocktail you want, but my husband and I both opted for a special strawberry cocktail made with Hendrick's gin. It was refreshing, not too sweet, and garnished with a dehydrated lemon slice. Perfect! Our friends both ordered old fashioned cocktails that looked equally as good. It was a Saturday night and this tiny bar was jam-packed. We had to stand, but it was okay because we had only stopped in for one drink before heading to another restaurant for dinner. The bartenders were friendly and efficient. Prices are not inexpensive, but average to what you'd find in a downtown Chicago restaurant. If you''re looking for a cool place to hang in Park Ridge with a craft cocktail and have a small bite (they have a limited food menu, too), Pines Room is the place.

Excellent food! Great service. The food is like art and very flavorful. The staff is attentive and…read moredid a great job. Thanks!

I've been to Zentli and (now closed) Estacion and had a fantastic experience so Libertad has to be…read moregood, right? Unfortunately I wasn't impressed. They have fans inside the restaurant which were on full blast and it was uncomfortably cold inside during the summer! The food was just okay. I split a burger with my daughter and it wasn't seasoned very well at all. I also had the elotes, hummus, and the yucca fries. I'm not sure they actually gave us yucca fries. What we got was crispy shredded yucca chips - not worth the price on the menu. The service was good but I wouldn't go back for the food.

Ward Eight was a place we frequently visited when we lived nearby many years ago. We were in the…read morearea recently and decided to stop by...we discovered this gem from our past has only gotten better! High quality and innovative cocktails, reasonable prices, and a chic/classy ambiance make Ward Eight must-visit! I tried two cocktails when I was at Ward 8: Remember the Main and Vieux Carre. Both were decadent, delicious, and boozy. Triple threats! I loved them both, but the "Remember the Main" was different from drinks I've had before, so that was my favorite. My husband had a local beer. They have beer, wine, and NA options for folks who aren't into cocktails. They also have food which looks scrumptious, ranging from high-end appetizers to full meals. We did not come prepared to eat, so we'll have to come back again to try food in the future! The staff were welcoming and professional. The space was clean and Gatsby-style chic. There is plenty of seating and an outdoor space for when it is warmer. It is a fancier places, so prices are higher. But you pay for the higher quality ingredients and innovative recipes. If you enjoy cocktails and cozy cocktail bars, Ward Eight is definitely the spot for you!

Note: this is *barely* three stars…read more The first time I wanted to check out Ward Eight, I found a sign on the door that they were closed. It was written in Sharpie, stating they were closed for fall recess, and will return on X date. There was no notice on the website or otherwise. Such boorishness must be earned, I thought, and this place should be phenomenal! Unfortunately, the experience was overall lackluster. I ordered The Ward Eight House Shot, Rabbit Tale [sic], and the Classic Smash Burger from the Ben & Jake's supper club menu. The Ward Eight House Shot was interesting. This one was the most Angostura I'd had in one go outside of Best Intentions (Logan Square bar). A respectable shot and a good way to start or end an evening, however, $10 feels a little steep. As for the Rabbit Tale, the undoing of this one was the menu. This drink was described as "Zesty, Spicy, and Smokey [sic]". While not bland, it felt as though the volume on all of these was turned down to the level of a whisper. These hadn't just 'quiet quit,' they are halfway through week two of a two-week notice. To its credit, the drink was smooth, and while it didn't taste spirit-forward, the alcohol did hit me as one would hope for on a Friday night, thus no complaints about strength. Then there was the matter of food. The smashburger I ordered ended up being thoroughly unremarkable. The patty was not the greatest thing in the world, lacking those crisp edges that make an excellent smashburger, but otherwise passable. That was, untquietil I added the LTO served on the side (for some reason). After adding these in, the burger quickly fell apart, becoming a dégustation on the plate. Other than the house shot, and a small $15 burger without fries, I felt as though their prices were reasonable. Mixed drinks near the city, and not in a divey 'old-man bar' for $15 are relatively hard to find. When it comes to the service, I regretfully have to ding them a bit. Considering how quiet the bar was at the time, it took longer to get my drink than I would have expected. In a similar vein, the service felt a little disorganized, where the bar staff wasn't quite working as a team. Case in point: one bartender excused herself to step away, and the other did not step in to take my order for those five to ten minutes. Final verdict: I do appreciate reasonably priced cocktails, but the menu descriptions need to be taken with a grain of salt. As for food, I am willing to write off disappointment to the popup, and am not against trying something from their menu. All this said, I'd love to give them another chance, but I am also not in a rush to return.

I like this place so much it has something for everyone and also has deals for different days of…read morethe week. Food and drinks/bar are great except the crispy sandwich not so good. Pizza is good and toasty! My 8 year old kid likes going here to play the arcade and machine slots it's kid friendly, but after a certain timing no kids allowed. They have a parking lot which is a plus as well. The staff are great. I will continue visiting this place.

this place is very family, friendly, has video games for pretty much all ages, a really nice area…read morereserved for private bookings, and also caters to the adults with two bars. There's Apple space to move around and very bright and lightly. The food choices are pizza, chicken tenders, cheeseburger, sliders, fries, cookies, and drinks. The service is bar none where they're so helpful and inviting.

Many unique cocktail options, each well thought out and balanced. Presentation and temperature were…read morewell attended to. The indoor area was quite small, but that didn't lose any issues to our experience. This place is more conducive to couples rather than groups. The outdoor area provides tables that could fit up to 4 people.

Very intriguing cocktails. This is definitely what a $30 drink should be & taste like. I was…read moredisappointed that "pie for breakfast" was out of stock because breakfast cereal bourbon just sounds awesome. Best drinks I've had by far in or near Evanston. I'll definitely be back. Where they shine is balanced ingredients. No single item can be detected. I think they're capable of even more & id like to see more experimental things.

Went for oyster and some cocktails We were tired from…read moreshopping Wish they had more bar bites We weren't hungry so went for oyster Super great quality!

Stopped in for happy hour bites and drinks. Ordered a dirty martini at happy price of $9 (regular…read moreprice $17). It was delicious BUT it was only about 3 oz (not sure, but I believe regular size is like 5-6 oz). So BASICALLY smaller price BUT significantly less martini, making it no HAPPY HOUR deal! Will not do that again! Rip off! We also ordered happy hour bite for $9 which was delicious. We ordered guacamole & chips which were so yummy! On top of the Guac they had feta cheese, cilantro and corn. Not huge in size, plenty for two people, and Very delicious. FYI, they automatically add an 18% service charge on your bill for a tip to the server. Then they give you recommended additional tip amounts at bottom of receipt showing a 3%, 5% and 7% additional tip amount.

In honor of Women's History Month I would like to update my review of Nobody's Darling to state…read morethat the lovely owners of this fine establishment are still doing their thing. Nobody's Darling is not just to have a chat and cocktail, they offer quite a few events for folks to attend. Below are a few examples of the swinging times you can have there. In 2026 I am so happy that they are still in business and thriving. The vibe is still cool, the menu for the cocktails is still exciting and the crowd is eclectic. Wine Down Wednesday Unwind midweek with Happy Hour 5-7pm $7 glasses of wine $20 bottles Thursday: Pitch Your Peeps Help your friend find love (or vibes). Pitch them to the room - all relationship styles welcome. Feel Good Fridayz w/ DJ All The Way Kay Start the weekend right! Happy Hour 5-7pm DJ Kay live 8-11pm Sunday Karaoke All Day Happy Hour starting at 2pm Karaoke 5pm-8pm Sip.Sing. Repeat. Empanadas by De Luna Empanada 7pm-10pm DJ Gloria on the decks Cocktails flowing all night Friday, March 20 DJ Set 8-11PM

Great drinks and no douchy "bro" energy to be found anywhere. I love this bar. The staff is so…read morefriendly and the vibe of the entire experience was very appealing. It's thought of as a gay bar and clearly that's a lot of the clientele, but all are welcome. Cocktails are delicious and run about $15 each. Pretty standard pricing. They have a good selection of n/a drinks and a menu for lower alcohol cocktails as well. Great neighborhood bar

Service was great…read more Ambiance was nice lighting was great nice and dim and sparkly and seats were comfy Food was amazing

The service was lovely and the cappuccino was really very good. But that was really it. The penne…read morewith vodka sauce was tasty but the addition of chicken breast tased like a Costco frozen grilled chicken. The Brussels sprouts salad was awful. Thickly sliced sprout cores that and tasteless additions made for a chore rather than a meal. Skip the salad and just have the side of sprouts instead. For a fairly large bill dinner should have been much better. Better yet - choose a different restaurant

Bartender Calen was truly the greatest! Was kind and efficient and did bits with us! so nice! COME…read moreTO THE NOOK!!

So... I'd parked my scooter on my way to Elixir, and couldn't help but notice The Nook as I was…read morewalking towards the entrance. After my drink next door, I would be remiss if I didn't stop in. What I got was one of the more unique and interesting cocktails I'd tried! It was the Sick Day, and while I don't command the English language or my palate enough to do it justice, I can tell you that it was definitely a great sipper. The absinthe mist, despite being just that, has a way of doing that. I want to give some credit to the service. While the bar was shorthanded at the time, the barman on duty did his very best as a one-man show. Can't fault them too much, someone calls out sick last minute, and that's that. However, if there is something I can hold against them it's the heat! I'm not sure why, but the upon coming in, the place was HOT! After settling in, it became more bearable, but this is the kind of thing that sometimes persuades me to leave before I order anything.

Nice, upscale restaurant in downtown Glenview. We went for dinner on a Sunday night and the place…read morewas packed. We had the artichoke dip, steak tartare, fish and chips, steak frites and white fish. Everything was solidly good, not quite great. Portions were reasonable, prices were a little on the high side. Service was friendly, but a little slow. They were very busy so it's understandable. I'm very excited to have a high end restaurant in Glenview so I'm really rooting for them to dial things in as they mature.

Great restaurant, great vibe, and will go back. Love me a new restaurant and this checks the boxes…read more One quick review....you know the rules Food: Good food, good choices. Fish was a little dry but good Service: on top of it and great input on what to get and the restaurant Cocktails: great drinks as well. Will for sure go back...